Graham Norton reportedly wants to break his exclusive deal with the Beeb and return to Channel 4.

The Irish comedian could replace Paul Ogrady, who is said to be in negotiations to move to Sky. A source close to Norton said: “Graham has enjoyed his time at the BBC but it is unlikely he will be signing back exclusively.

“Channel 4 are very keen to have him home. It’s where he started his television career and we are in talks about taking Paul O’Grady’s time slot.”

Norton, 46, left Channel 4 in 2004 and after attempting to crack the Celebs chat show market he joined the BBC a year later in a reported £7.5 million deal. But after success with shows such as How Do You Solve A Problem Like Maria and I’d Do Anything, his recent Totally Saturday show flopped and was canceled after seven weeks.

The corporation is struggling to find him a new project, according to The Sun.